I
generally run in the mornings, so it gets me focused for the day, i also love
the challenge of pulling the best out of myself; but the best reason is the
example i set for my family.Whoever
said that "distance running is an individualized sport" is crazy.Some of my best training runs have been
running with my kids on their bikes with me.

Describe
your best marathon memory.

2008,
Ran Anchorage Alaska, raised $47,000 for Blood Cancers.Beautiful course.The next day, took a helicopter ride and landed
on a Glacier.We got to Mush the
Iditarod dogs on the glacier, then had glacier margaritas back at base
camp.Doesn’t get any better than
that!

Why do
you pace?

I love
bringing out the best in people, both physically and mentally. When the going
gets tough in those upper miles, i give my runners something to focus on
every mile.Breaking down the miles
into smaller parts makes the experience better.

Tell us
your best pacing experience.

That’s
easy!Taking my first Boston Qualifier
to the finish with only 18 seconds to spare.The hug from her afterward was awesome.It doesn’t get any better than that!Of course,.. there was the other runner
last year that is a Pilot in the Air Force.I asked him the question if he is a member of the ,"Mile High
Club."His answer was great,..
but you'll have to be in my pace group to find out the answer!

Why
should someone run in your pace group?

I am
energetic and fun.I've been running
since I was 9 so I'm pretty sure I'mqualified!When we are out on
the course, my goal is for you to have a great race day.All of your training, miles, sacrifice and
hard work has lead you to that 1 single day.My job is to support you in it and "Make it Count."

Any
tips for runners about to join your group?

Relax.
Let the pace-groups focus on your goal time.All your energy should be focused on a great and rewarding
experience.We'll have fun along the way
and encourage you when you need it.Remember, the difference between a runner and a jogger is an entry
blank,so stick with us and we'll
cross the finish line together!

Anything
else you’d like to share?

Was Nominated- "Woman of the Year" for the Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society-Ohio 2010.When I was 10 I
broke the record for the AAU Junior Olympics for the Mile.

What
philanthropic activities do you have?

Rotary
International, Have raised $35,000 for Blood Cancers, Race Director of
"Run to the Moon" 5K/10K- in Wapakoneta-the boyhood home of Neil
Armstrong-first man on the Moon.

Race Director - The Christmas Story Run at the Christmas Story House, Cleveland, Dec 7, 2013